An entertaining first look at how today's members of iGen - the children, teens, and young adults born in the mid-1990s and later - are vastly different from their millennial predecessors and from any other generation, from the renowned psychologist and author of
Generation Me.

No-Drama Discipline

The Whole-Brain Way to Calm the Chaos and Nurture Your Child's Developing Mind

By:
Daniel J. Siegel,
Tina Payne Bryson

Narrated by:
Daniel J. Siegel,
Tina Payne Bryson

Length: 8 hrs and 18 mins

Unabridged

Overall

4.5 out of 5 stars
139

Performance

4.5 out of 5 stars
121

Story

4.5 out of 5 stars
117

Highlighting the fascinating link between a child’s neurological development and the way a parent reacts to misbehavior,
No-Drama Disciplineprovides an effective, compassionate road map for dealing with tantrums, tensions, and tears - without causing a scene. Defining the true meaning of the “d” word (to instruct, not to shout or reprimand), the authors explain how to reach your child, redirect emotions, and turn a meltdown into an opportunity for growth.

What do you do with a little kid who...won't brush her teeth...screams in his car seat...pinches the baby...refuses to eat vegetables...runs rampant in the supermarket? Organized according to common challenges and conflicts, this book is an essential emergency first-aid manual of communication strategies, including a chapter that addresses the special needs of children with sensory processing and autism spectrum disorders.

Katty Kay and Claire Shipman use cutting-edge science and research as well as proven methods of behavioral change to reach girls just when they need it the most - the tween and teen years. Packed with fun lists, quizzes, and challenges, and true stories from tons of real girls, The Confidence Code for Girls teaches girls to embrace risk, deal with failure, and be their most authentic selves.

No More Mean Girls

The Secret to Raising Strong, Confident, and Compassionate Girls

By:
Katie Hurley

Narrated by:
Katie Hurley

Length: 8 hrs and 15 mins

Unabridged

Overall

0 out of 5 stars
0

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0 out of 5 stars
0

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0 out of 5 stars
0

Once upon a time, mean girls primarily existed in high school, while elementary school-aged girls spent hours at play and enjoyed friendships without much drama. But in this fast-paced world in which young girls are exposed to negative behaviors on TV and social media from the moment they enter school, they are also becoming caught up in social hierarchies much earlier.
No More Mean Girls is a guide for parents to help their young daughters navigate tricky territories such as friendship building, creating an authentic self, and much more.

It's Ok Not to Share and Other Renegade Rules for Raising Competent and Compassionate Kids

By:
Heather Shumaker

Narrated by:
Laurel Lefkow

Length: 10 hrs and 5 mins

Unabridged

Overall

5 out of 5 stars
6

Performance

4.5 out of 5 stars
5

Story

5 out of 5 stars
5

Parenting can be such an overwhelming job that it's easy to lose track of where you stand on some of the more controversial subjects at the playground (What if my kid likes to rough house - isn't this ok as long as no one gets hurt? And what if my kid just doesn't feel like sharing?). In this inspiring and enlightening book, Heather Shumaker describes her quest to nail down "the rules" to raising smart, sensitive, and self-sufficient kids.

5 out of 5 stars

every parent needs this book

By
Mr. O J French
on
04-11-17

iGen

The 10 Trends Shaping Today's Young People - and the Nation

By:
Jean M. Twenge Ph.D.

Narrated by:
Madeleine Maby

Length: 9 hrs and 52 mins

Unabridged

Overall

4.5 out of 5 stars
9

Performance

4 out of 5 stars
7

Story

4.5 out of 5 stars
7

An entertaining first look at how today's members of iGen - the children, teens, and young adults born in the mid-1990s and later - are vastly different from their millennial predecessors and from any other generation, from the renowned psychologist and author of
Generation Me.

No-Drama Discipline

The Whole-Brain Way to Calm the Chaos and Nurture Your Child's Developing Mind

By:
Daniel J. Siegel,
Tina Payne Bryson

Narrated by:
Daniel J. Siegel,
Tina Payne Bryson

Length: 8 hrs and 18 mins

Unabridged

Overall

4.5 out of 5 stars
139

Performance

4.5 out of 5 stars
121

Story

4.5 out of 5 stars
117

Highlighting the fascinating link between a child’s neurological development and the way a parent reacts to misbehavior,
No-Drama Disciplineprovides an effective, compassionate road map for dealing with tantrums, tensions, and tears - without causing a scene. Defining the true meaning of the “d” word (to instruct, not to shout or reprimand), the authors explain how to reach your child, redirect emotions, and turn a meltdown into an opportunity for growth.

What do you do with a little kid who...won't brush her teeth...screams in his car seat...pinches the baby...refuses to eat vegetables...runs rampant in the supermarket? Organized according to common challenges and conflicts, this book is an essential emergency first-aid manual of communication strategies, including a chapter that addresses the special needs of children with sensory processing and autism spectrum disorders.

Katty Kay and Claire Shipman use cutting-edge science and research as well as proven methods of behavioral change to reach girls just when they need it the most - the tween and teen years. Packed with fun lists, quizzes, and challenges, and true stories from tons of real girls, The Confidence Code for Girls teaches girls to embrace risk, deal with failure, and be their most authentic selves.

No More Mean Girls

The Secret to Raising Strong, Confident, and Compassionate Girls

By:
Katie Hurley

Narrated by:
Katie Hurley

Length: 8 hrs and 15 mins

Unabridged

Overall

0 out of 5 stars
0

Performance

0 out of 5 stars
0

Story

0 out of 5 stars
0

Once upon a time, mean girls primarily existed in high school, while elementary school-aged girls spent hours at play and enjoyed friendships without much drama. But in this fast-paced world in which young girls are exposed to negative behaviors on TV and social media from the moment they enter school, they are also becoming caught up in social hierarchies much earlier.
No More Mean Girls is a guide for parents to help their young daughters navigate tricky territories such as friendship building, creating an authentic self, and much more.

It's Ok Not to Share and Other Renegade Rules for Raising Competent and Compassionate Kids

By:
Heather Shumaker

Narrated by:
Laurel Lefkow

Length: 10 hrs and 5 mins

Unabridged

Overall

5 out of 5 stars
6

Performance

4.5 out of 5 stars
5

Story

5 out of 5 stars
5

Parenting can be such an overwhelming job that it's easy to lose track of where you stand on some of the more controversial subjects at the playground (What if my kid likes to rough house - isn't this ok as long as no one gets hurt? And what if my kid just doesn't feel like sharing?). In this inspiring and enlightening book, Heather Shumaker describes her quest to nail down "the rules" to raising smart, sensitive, and self-sufficient kids.

5 out of 5 stars

every parent needs this book

By
Mr. O J French
on
04-11-17

Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine

By:
Gail Honeyman

Narrated by:
Cathleen McCarron

Length: 11 hrs and 52 mins

Unabridged

Overall

4.5 out of 5 stars
6,483

Performance

5 out of 5 stars
6,014

Story

4.5 out of 5 stars
5,998

Eleanor Oliphant has learned how to survive - but not how to live. Eleanor Oliphant leads a simple life. She wears the same clothes to work every day, eats the same meal deal for lunch every day and buys the same two bottles of vodka to drink every weekend. Eleanor Oliphant is happy. Nothing is missing from her carefully timetabled life. Except, sometimes, everything. One simple act of kindness is about to shatter the walls Eleanor has built around herself. Now she must learn how to navigate the world....

5 out of 5 stars

Viva Eleanor!

By
Kaggy
on
30-06-17

The Power of Vulnerability

Teachings of Authenticity, Connection, and Courage

By:
Brené Brown PhD

Narrated by:
Brené Brown

Length: 6 hrs and 31 mins

Original Recording

Overall

5 out of 5 stars
2,000

Performance

5 out of 5 stars
1,780

Story

5 out of 5 stars
1,761

On
The Power of Vulnerability, Dr. Brown offers an invitation and a promise - that when we dare to drop the armor that protects us from feeling vulnerable, we open ourselves to the experiences that bring purpose and meaning to our lives. Here she dispels the cultural myth that vulnerability is weakness and reveals that it is, in truth, our most accurate measure of courage.

5 out of 5 stars

Brilliant

By
Ollie Chapman
on
22-09-15

10 Things Girls Need Most

To Grow Up Strong and Free

By:
Steve Biddulph

Narrated by:
Damien Warren-Smith

Length: 4 hrs and 54 mins

Unabridged

Overall

4.5 out of 5 stars
15

Performance

4.5 out of 5 stars
12

Story

4.5 out of 5 stars
12

In answer to the crisis in girls' mental health, the UK's best-selling parenting author, Steve Biddulph, brings a guide rich in content and interactive elements to help parents be prepared and self-aware in providing for their daughters. In his groundbreaking new book, Steve Biddulph, million-copy best-selling author of
Raising Girls, psychologist and parent educator, offers an interactive experience for parents to explore the relationship with their girls from the cradle to the teenager.

5 out of 5 stars

A good overview of how to raise girls

By
Katherine Gifford
on
09-05-18

You Are Awesome

By:
Matthew Syed

Narrated by:
Matthew Syed

Length: 3 hrs and 30 mins

Unabridged

Overall

0 out of 5 stars
0

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0 out of 5 stars
0

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This positive and empowering guide, by best-selling mindset author Matthew Syed, will help boys and girls build resilience, fulfil their potential and become successful, happy, awesome adults. I'm no good at sport.... I can't do maths.... I really struggle with exams.... Sound familiar? If you believe you can't do something, the chances are you won't try. But what if you really could get better at maths, or sport or exams? In fact, what if you could excel at anything you put your mind to? You Are Awesome can help you do just that, inspiring and empowering young listeners to find the confidence to realise their potential.

Stories for Boys Who Dare to be Different

By:
Ben Brooks,
Quinton Winter

Narrated by:
Joshua Higgott,
Thomas Judd

Length: 2 hrs and 57 mins

Unabridged

Overall

5 out of 5 stars
3

Performance

5 out of 5 stars
3

Story

5 out of 5 stars
3

There is an ongoing crisis with regards to young men and mental health, with unhelpful gender stereotypes contributing to this malaise. Stories for Boys Who Dare to Be Different offers a welcome alternative narrative. It is an extraordinary compilation of 100 stories of famous and not-so-famous men from the past to the present day, every single one of them a rule breaker and innovator in his own way, and all going on to achieve amazing things.

Calmer, Easier, Happier Parenting

By:
Noël Janis-Norton

Narrated by:
Noël Janis-Norton

Length: 12 hrs and 10 mins

Unabridged

Overall

4.5 out of 5 stars
109

Performance

4 out of 5 stars
77

Story

4.5 out of 5 stars
74

Simple strategies for a happier home and more cooperative kids. For children aged 3-13.Finally, a revolutionary programme that gives you simple steps to take the daily battles out of parenting. These strategies resolve one of parents' biggest frustrations: getting your children to listen and do what you ask, the first time you ask. When children are at their best, it is easy to get along with them and enjoy them.

1 out of 5 stars

Just a lot of examples of positive reinforcement

By
Rebecca
on
11-04-16

Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls

By:
Elena Favilli,
Francesca Cavallo

Narrated by:
Alicia Keys,
Ashley Judd,
Esperanza Spalding,
and others

Length: Not Yet Known

Unabridged

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Penguin presents the audiobook edition of Goodnight Stories for Rebel Girls by Elena Favilli and Francesca Cavallo. What if the princess didn't marry Prince Charming but instead went on to be an astronaut? What if the jealous stepsisters were supportive and kind? And what if the queen was the one really in charge of the kingdom? Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls introduces us to 100 remarkable women and their extraordinary lives, from Ada Lovelace to Malala, Elizabeth I to Serena Williams. Empowering, moving and inspirational, these are true fairy tales for heroines who definitely don't need rescuing.

The Art of Being a Brilliant Teenager

By:
Andy Cope,
Andy Whittaker,
Darrell Woodman,
and others

Narrated by:
Kris Dyer

Length: 1 hr and 59 mins

Unabridged

Overall

4.5 out of 5 stars
11

Performance

5 out of 5 stars
7

Story

4 out of 5 stars
7

Don't be a cliché. Don't stay in your bedroom grunting and grumbling. How about getting motivated, energized, and start making a difference?! The Art of Being a Brilliant Teenager teaches you how to become your very best self - and how to figure out who that is, exactly. Stay cool under all the pressures you're facing, and plot a map for the future that takes you wherever it is you want to go. Become proactive, determined, successful, and most importantly: happy!

Wonder

By:
R J Palacio

Narrated by:
Kate Rudd,
Nick Podehl,
Diana Steele

Length: 8 hrs and 5 mins

Unabridged

Overall

4.5 out of 5 stars
378

Performance

4.5 out of 5 stars
325

Story

5 out of 5 stars
324

Wonder is the funny, sweet and incredibly moving story of Auggie Pullman. Born with a terrible facial abnormality, this shy, bright ten-year-old has been home-schooled by his parents for his whole life, in an attempt to protect him from the stares and cruelty of the outside world. Now, for the first time, Auggie is being sent to a real school - and he's dreading it. The thing is, Auggie's just an ordinary kid, with an extraordinary face.

5 out of 5 stars

poignant tale of looking beyond the visual.

By
Anna
on
03-11-17

How to Be Human: The Manual

By:
Ruby Wax

Narrated by:
Ruby Wax,
Ash Ranpura,
Gelong Thubten

Length: 7 hrs and 9 mins

Unabridged

Overall

4.5 out of 5 stars
411

Performance

4.5 out of 5 stars
363

Story

4.5 out of 5 stars
365

With a little help from a monk (who tells us how our mind works) and a neuroscientist (who tells us how our brain works), Ruby Wax answers every question you've ever had about evolution, thoughts, emotions, the body, addictions, relationships, sex, kids, the future and compassion. Filled with witty anecdotes from Ruby's own life, and backed up by smart science and practical mindfulness exercises,
How to be Human is the only manual you need to help you upgrade your mind as much as you've upgraded your iPhone.

5 out of 5 stars

Psychology book with a difference

By
Trish
on
30-01-18

Hetty Feather

By:
Jacqueline Wilson

Narrated by:
Jacqueline Wilson

Length: 8 hrs and 56 mins

Unabridged

Overall

4.5 out of 5 stars
111

Performance

4.5 out of 5 stars
75

Story

5 out of 5 stars
74

London, 1876. Hetty Feather is just a tiny baby when her mother leaves her at the Foundling Hospital. The Hospital cares for abandoned children - but Hetty must live with a foster family until she is big enough to go to school. Life in the countryside is hard but she has 'brothers' Jem and Gideon to play with, and together they sneak off to visit the travelling circus. Hetty is mesmerised by the show, especially Madame Adeline and her performing horses.

4 out of 5 stars

Fabulous Jacqueline Wilson book

By
Sorel
on
13-04-13

Rooftoppers

By:
Katherine Rundell

Narrated by:
Gordon Griffin

Length: 6 hrs and 7 mins

Unabridged

Overall

4 out of 5 stars
72

Performance

4.5 out of 5 stars
67

Story

4.5 out of 5 stars
67

Everyone thinks that Sophie is an orphan. Found floating in a cello case, she is the only recorded female survivor of a shipwreck on the English Channel. But Sophie remembers seeing her mother wave for help… When the child welfare agency threatens to send Sophie to an orphanage, Sophie and her guardian flee to Paris to find her mother, starting with the only clue she has - the address of the cello maker.

4 out of 5 stars

Ella amazing

By
Ella
on
16-09-16

Summary

Best-selling author Michele Borba offers a nine-step program to help parents cultivate empathy in children, from birth to young adulthood - and explains why developing a healthy sense of empathy is a key predictor of which kids will thrive and succeed in the future.

In our hyperconnected, social-media-saturated society, many of us (especially young people) are so obsessed with snapping "selfies" and living virtual lives online that we're forgetting how to care for the people right in front of us IRL (that's "in real life"). The resulting Selfie Syndrome is leading to an empathy crisis among today's youth - teens today are 40 percent less empathetic than they were just a generation ago, and narcissism has increased 58 percent during that same period.

But there is a solution: Studies show that the antidote to Selfie Syndrome is empathy. And the good news is that empathy can actually be cultivated in children, starting even before they can talk. In UnSelfie, esteemed educator Dr. Michele Borba presents new and compelling research that explains how to impart this key skill to kids - whether it's teaching toddlers how to comfort one another or giving teens the tools to stand up to bullying - and why empathy paves the way for future happiness and success.

Caring about others isn't just about playing nice; it's a skill that's vital for children's mental health, leadership skills, and continued well-being, today and tomorrow. Dr. Borba's nine-step plan for raising successful, happy kids who also are kind, moral, courageous, and resilient provides a revolutionary new framework for learning empathy. Empathetic kids will thrive in the future, but the seeds of success can be planted today - one habit at a time.

Great read

Loved it! Would recommend it to anyone concerned about the wellbeing of children and needing suggestions on how to care about others more.

Overall

5 out of 5 stars

Performance

5 out of 5 stars

Story

5 out of 5 stars

Dana L. Eldridge

15-11-17

EVERY PARENT &amp;amp; EVERY CHILD

This book is a MUST for every parent ! Empathy needs to be part of teaching children a moral compass! We teach manners (please, thank you, etc) but CARING FOR OTHERS needs to be at the top as well. How many selfish people do we know - in families, coworkers, neighbors, those in the public light. Sports, arts and academics are NOT enough for our children to be successful. While this book has soooooo much information, it's also broken down in teachable steps so we can have an impact with our children - today. I'm so grateful to have found this book!

Overall

5 out of 5 stars

Story

5 out of 5 stars

Amazon Customer

07-07-17

Excellent parenting book

I have read quite a few parenting books but I needed something with upto date information. The way this information is presented is very easy to follow and easy to implement. I would recommend every parent read this book!

Overall

5 out of 5 stars

Performance

5 out of 5 stars

Story

5 out of 5 stars

Sheryl Axline

30-01-17

Timely and Well Researched

Well researched book with a timely message. Filled with practical tips, examples, and insight for parents. I definitely recommend you check out Unselfie.

Overall

4 out of 5 stars

Performance

3 out of 5 stars

Story

5 out of 5 stars

cuaastudent

01-07-16

Must read for all involved with children.

Great research, insight, and tips on how to raise empathetic children. The author provides both the research and personal experience needed to drive home the issue of increasing narcissism in our youth.

Overall

4 out of 5 stars

Performance

2 out of 5 stars

Story

5 out of 5 stars

Jeremy

17-06-16

Strongly Read

An emotional reading shouldn't hurt a book but it certainly did this one at the beginning. It came on so strong that it felt like it was preaching, on the verge of yelling and I almost quit. In the end the message is sound, the reading evens out, and it's a message worth taking to heart.

1 of 2 people found this review helpful

Overall

2 out of 5 stars

Performance

1 out of 5 stars

Story

1 out of 5 stars

H. Lambert

20-06-17

Some interesting insights

I think the narrator is clearly prof said all. But her voice changed so often that I could t focus on the book. Sometimes it was natural and others so affected, like she was trying to sound smart or from upper class New England. Not trying to be mean.

Also, there is a conflict because we want to teach compassion but our kids also have to be tough in this world to make a living. Women have always been told they were good "helpers" and often go for low paying "helping" jobs. Women are the higher demographic on the poverty scale. So on the one hand, being kind and caring is key. On the other, girls also need to learn to take care of themselves.